Mushroom Quinoa
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 16 ounce(s) cremini mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- 16 ounce(s) baby white mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth may substitute with vegetable broth
- 1 tsp. thyme fresh, finely minced
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- 3 cups quinoa cooked
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat then add the mushrooms and chicken broth.2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, 16 ounce(s) cremini mushrooms, 16 ounce(s) baby white mushrooms, ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Allow the ingredients to simmer for about 10 minutes or until the mushrooms start to reduce significantly. Stir occasionally to ensure the mushrooms cook evenly.
- Pour out all the broth except 2-3 tablespoons then add the thyme, salt and pepper. Cook until the thyme becomes fragrant, about 2 minutes.1 tsp. thyme, ½ tsp. salt, ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- Stir in the quinoa and let it cook for 4-5 more minutes.3 cups quinoa
- Serve hot with fresh thyme sprigs for garnish if desired. See post for storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of mushroom quinoa. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae Photography.
Nutrition Facts
Mushroom Quinoa
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
407
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
11
mg
4
%
Sodium
2560
mg
111
%
Potassium
1094
mg
31
%
Carbohydrates
62
g
21
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
145
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
78
mg
8
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
